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Primus Lounge Domestic T1 Chandigarh – Accepted Credit Cards & Access Rules (2026)

Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport•Terminal 1•domestic Lounge

Located at Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport in Terminal 1 (domestic departures), Primus Lounge Domestic T1 provides dedicated seating, complimentary refreshments, Wi-Fi, and hospitality before boarding. Currently, 86 participating credit cards offer complimentary or discounted entry. Review the accepted cards, visit allowances, and quarterly spend criteria below to verify your eligibility before visiting the terminal.

Terminal:Terminal 1
Security Zone:Airside Transit
Facility:domestic
Hours:Open 24 hours
Accepted Cards:86 Verified
No Spend:26

Location & Terminal Directions

Physical location inside terminal

T1

Terminal 1Terminal Transit Area

Verified Facilities & Amenities

Available services for visitors

Complimentary food buffet, hot and cold beverages, Wi-Fi, and comfortable seating are standard for eligible cardholders.

Operating hours: Open 24 hours

Lounge Card Access86 verified rules

Credit Cards Accepted at Primus Lounge Domestic T1

Featured Partner Cards That Work HerePartner

Confirmed complimentary access at Primus Lounge Domestic T1. Verified admission terms apply.

Scapia Federal Bank Credit Card
Federal BankPartner
Scapia Federal Bank Credit Card
Unlimited complimentary lounge visits
Works Here
Spend Requirement:Spend ₹20,000 in previous statement cycle
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Scapia Axis Bank Credit Card
Axis BankPartner
Scapia Axis Bank Credit Card
Unlimited complimentary lounge visits
Works Here
Spend Requirement:Spend ₹20,000 in previous month
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BOBCARD Scapia Credit Card
BOBCARDPartner
BOBCARD Scapia Credit Card
Unlimited complimentary lounge visits
Works Here
Spend Requirement:Spend ₹20,000 in previous month
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All Accepted Cards at Primus Lounge Domestic T1

Complete factual directory of cards verified for entry at this facility.

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Scapia Federal Bank Credit Card
Federal BankPartnerWorks Here
Scapia Federal Bank Credit Card
Visit AllowanceUnlimited complimentary lounge visits
Spend HurdleSpend ₹20,000 in previous statement cycle
Annual FeeFree / Lifetime Free

Eligibility Verification: Confirmed physical lounge rule

Access Details

Official Program Terms: Unlimited complimentary domestic airport lounge access across India upon spending minimum ₹20,000 in the preceding billing cycle (privileges activate on subsequent statement date).

Scapia Axis Bank Credit Card
Axis BankPartnerWorks Here
Scapia Axis Bank Credit Card
Visit AllowanceUnlimited complimentary lounge visits
Spend HurdleSpend ₹20,000 in previous month
Annual FeeFree / Lifetime Free

Eligibility Verification: Confirmed physical lounge rule

Access Details

Official Program Terms: Unlimited complimentary domestic lounge access upon spending minimum ₹20,000 in the preceding billing cycle.

BOBCARD Scapia Credit Card
BOBCARDPartnerWorks Here
BOBCARD Scapia Credit Card
Visit AllowanceUnlimited complimentary lounge visits
Spend HurdleSpend ₹20,000 in previous month
Annual FeeFree / Lifetime Free

Eligibility Verification: Confirmed physical lounge rule

Access Details

Official Program Terms: Unlimited complimentary domestic lounge access upon spending minimum ₹20,000 in the preceding billing cycle.

IDFC FIRST Bank Ashva Metal Credit Card
IDFC FIRST BankPartnerWorks Here
IDFC FIRST Bank Ashva Metal Credit Card
Visit Allowance4 complimentary visits per calendar quarter
Spend HurdleSpend ₹20,000 in previous month
Annual Fee₹2,999

Eligibility Verification: Confirmed physical lounge rule

Access Details

Official Program Terms: Terms subject to lounge network and card issuer conditions.

SBI Card PRIME
SBI CardPartnerWorks Here
SBI Card PRIME
Visit Allowance2 complimentary visits per calendar quarter
Spend HurdleNo spend hurdle
Annual Fee₹2,999

Eligibility Verification: Confirmed physical lounge rule

Access Details

Official Program Terms: Terms subject to lounge network and card issuer conditions.

IDFC FIRST Private Credit Card
IDFC FIRST BankPartnerWorks Here
IDFC FIRST Private Credit Card
Visit AllowanceUnlimited complimentary lounge visits
Spend HurdleNo spend hurdle
Annual Fee₹25,000

Eligibility Verification: Confirmed physical lounge rule

Access Details

Official Program Terms: Terms subject to lounge network and card issuer conditions.

Kotak White Reserve Credit Card
Kotak Mahindra BankPartnerWorks Here
Kotak White Reserve Credit Card
Visit AllowanceUnlimited complimentary lounge visits
Spend HurdleNo spend hurdle
Annual Fee₹12,500

Eligibility Verification: Confirmed physical lounge rule

Access Details

Official Program Terms: Terms subject to lounge network and card issuer conditions.

RBL Lumière Credit Card
RBL BankPartnerWorks Here
RBL Lumière Credit Card
Visit AllowanceUnlimited complimentary lounge visits
Spend HurdleNo spend hurdle
Annual Fee₹50,000

Eligibility Verification: Confirmed physical lounge rule

Access Details

Official Program Terms: Unlimited complimentary domestic airport lounge access via Mastercard India Lounge Program.

Emirates Skywards ICICI Bank Emeralde Credit Card
ICICI BankWorks Here
Emirates Skywards ICICI Bank Emeralde Credit Card
Visit AllowanceUnlimited complimentary lounge visits
Spend HurdleNo spend hurdle
Annual Fee₹10,000

Eligibility Verification: Confirmed physical lounge rule

Access Details

Official Program Terms: Unlimited complimentary domestic airport lounge access with zero spend hurdles.

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Lounge Access Conditions & Entry Rules

Verified admission guidelines, validation holds, and quota policies

Spend Hurdles

Cards with spend criteria require meeting designated calendar quarter or previous month retail spend thresholds before access is unlocked.

Complimentary Quotas

Visits range from capped quarterly allotments (e.g. 2 to 4 visits/quarter) up to unlimited complimentary entries on super-premium credit cards.

Desk Verification Hold

Card verification at lounge desk: a nominal authorization charge of ₹2 (Visa/Mastercard/Amex) or ₹25 (RuPay) is debited at reception and immediately reversed.

Guest Access, Add-on Cards & Official Program Terms

Guest Policy: Complimentary visit quotas apply solely to primary or add-on cardholders whose name matches the valid flight boarding pass. Accompanying guests without an eligible card are subject to standard lounge walk-in admission tariffs.

Add-on Cards: Supplementary cardholders generally receive separate or shared visit allocations depending on the issuing bank program schedule.

Choosing a Credit Card for This Lounge

Factual groupings based on verified facility eligibility criteria

No Spend Hurdle (26)

Cards that unlock complimentary admission without requiring minimum monthly or quarterly spend.

Unlimited Visits (10)

Premium cards providing unrestricted complimentary visits to this facility throughout the year.

Free or Low Annual Fee (40)

Cards with zero joining fee or annual fees under ₹1,000 providing verified access here.

Lounge Information

Terminal
Terminal 1
Facility Type
DOMESTIC Lounge
Security Zone
Airside Transit
Location
T1
Opening hours
24 Hours / Per Flight Schedules

Frequently Asked Questions About Primus Lounge Domestic T1

Objective answers regarding eligible cards, spend hurdles, and access criteria

Which credit cards are accepted at Primus Lounge Domestic T1?

Currently, 86 verified credit cards across 10 issuers offer admission at Primus Lounge Domestic T1. Browse the verified card directory above to inspect visit allowances and qualifying criteria for each card.

Does Primus Lounge Domestic T1 require a spend condition for entry?

26 participating credit cards provide direct complimentary entry without spend hurdles, while 60 cards require meeting a quarterly or monthly spend threshold with your card issuer prior to travel.

Is Primus Lounge Domestic T1 located airside or landside?

Primus Lounge Domestic T1 is located T1. You must hold a valid boarding pass and pass security clearance to access airside departure lounges.

What is the POS swipe authorization charge at Primus Lounge Domestic T1?

Standard POS validation charges of ₹2 (on Visa, Mastercard, and American Express) or ₹25 (on RuPay) apply at the lounge reception to authenticate active card status. This is a temporary validation hold and is immediately reversed. It is not an entry fee or spend hurdle.

How can I check if my existing cards work at Primus Lounge Domestic T1?

Use the "Check the Cards You Already Own" section above to select the cards in your wallet. The matcher compares your saved cards against the exact facility rules of Primus Lounge Domestic T1 instantly.

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Data Sourcing & Editorial Verification

Admission criteria, complimentary allowances, and spend rules for Primus Lounge Domestic T1 are synchronized with verified banking schedules and operator agreements. Card eligibility listings and conditions remain strictly editorially independent of commercial affiliate partnerships.